Nancy E. Ringlien

 Nancy E. Ringlien, 89, of Quincy, IL., passed away Friday, October 23, 2020, at 5:04 a.m., at Curtis Creek in Quincy.

 Nancy was born January 19, 1931, in Beloit, to William S. and Golda M. Howland Oates. She was first married to Everett Lervik, November 25, 1950. He preceded her in death, March 2, 1966. She was later married to Gordon A. Ringlien, January 18, 1969, in Beloit. He survives.

 Professionally, Nancy was the Vice President of First Community Credit Union in Beloit.

 Nancy loved to spend time at the family hobby farm, but when she wasn’t there, she enjoyed taking trips. She and Gordon traveled all around the contiguous United States, and enjoyed fine dining in many excellent restaurants around the country. Nancy loved watching Gordon shoot trap in many tournaments. They also attended tractor pulls together, and she even had her own tractor named “Nance” after her. In addition, Nancy loved the Green Bay Packers, with Jordy Nelson being her favorite player. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends and was loved by all.

 In addition to her husband, other survivors include: one daughter, Linda Ludlum (Jerry) of Fowler, IL.; two grandchildren: Rachel Bence (David) of Quincy, IL., and Ryan Ludlum (Sarah) of Fowler, IL.; four great-grandchildren: Marisa Neimeier (Mitch), Adam Niemeier, Katie Ludlum, and Hunter Ludlum; and two great-great-grandchildren: Ian and Chase Ahern.

 Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, John Oates.

 A memorial service was held Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at 1:00 p.m., at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy. Rev. Gayle Pope officiated.

 Friends and family were invited to attend a visitation for Nancy’s Life Celebration, Wednesday, October 28, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at O’Donnell-Cookson Life Celebration Home in Quincy.

 The family will host another Celebration of Life in Beloit at a later date.

 Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

 Online condolences may be shared and a video tribute may be viewed at www.ODonnellCookson.com.